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InjuryApril 16, 2009CPSC #09736

Bush Hog Off-Road Utility Vehicles Recalled Due to Loss of Speed Control; Cash Incentive Offered

Product
ATVs & Off-Road
Units affected
850
Remedy
replacement, repair

What was recalled

The recall includes the Bush Hog Models TH4400 (Trail Hand) and 4430 4X4 Off-Road Utility Vehicles. "Bush Hog" is printed on the utility vehicle's cargo bed tail gate and on each side of the cargo bed. Model "TH4400" or "4430" is printed on each side of the hood. The hood color is red, green, or mossy oak.

Hazard

The utility vehicle's throttle cable can lock in freezing temperatures. This can cause the engine not to return to idle when the driver takes his or her foot off the accelerator pedal, posing a risk of loss of vehicle control and injury to the driver and passenger.

Injuries

Bush Hog has received one report of an incident involving a frozen throttle cable on a utility vehicle. No injuries have been reported.

Made in

United States

Where it was sold

  • Bush Hog dealerships nationwide from April 2008 to December 2008 for between $8,000 and $10,000.

Photos

Recalled Off-Road Utility Vehicle
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